Johnney’s Italian Sausage Sandwiches

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 19

Johnney's Italian Sausage Sandwiches - a classic dish with a twist of green chilies

by The Chefin Sandwich

Prep

5 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	8 italian sweet sausage
	4 teaspoons olive oil
	1 can whole green chilies , split open and cut in half ( I use Ortega Brand )
	1 can marinara sauce
	4 slices provolone cheese or 4 slices mozzarella cheese
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	1/2 teaspoon black pepper
	4 French rolls or 4 steak rolls

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

850

Sugar

10g

Fat

62g

Johnney's Italian Sausage Sandwiches are an Italian-American classic with a little added twist of green chilies. Traditionally these sausages are accompanied by onions and bell peppers however, the use of green chilies is Johnney's personal secret to adding deeper flavors to the sandwich. The recipe involves grilling the sausages until they are cooked through and then topping them with marinara sauce, green chilies, and cheese. Hot and spicy, this sandwich is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner option.

Instructions

1.	Preheat grill to high heat.
2.	Brush sausages with olive oil and grill until browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes per side.
3.	In a medium-sized pot over medium heat, combine green chilies and marinara sauce. Cook until heated through, approximately 5-10 minutes.
4.	Place each sausage on the rolls, spoon the marinara sauce over the sausage and top with a slice of cheese.
5.	Sprinkle with salt and pepper and serve hot.

PROS

These sandwiches are full of savory, tangy and spicy flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.
They take little prep time and are perfect for a quick, delicious meal.

CONS

While this is a flavorful meal, it is high in calories and fat.
Consumption should be monitored and balanced with other healthful foods.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its caloric density, the use of lean meats like turkey or chicken sausage can reduce the fat content of this dish. Green chilies contain carotenoids which aid in reducing inflammation and improving immune function. The antioxidants found in marinara sauce have also been linked to improved cardiovascular health.